How about any of the following acts of love and caring? I think these actions would represent a high moral ground that stands in stark repudiation to atrocity:

• Air lift materials that are defensive for chemical weapons to as many people in Syria as possible, i.e. gas masks, body suits, anything to provide viable protection to everyone who is in harm’s way

• Provide any medical materials that can be used to treat those who are attacked

• Set up evacuation points near the border to assist anyone who wants out of Syria

• Provide assistance relocating existing (and future) refugees who need a solution to their predicament that will last as long as the situation persists

• Grant (or at least expedite) asylum to anyone from Syria who applies, just as the U.S. expedites asylum to any Cuban refugee who applies

I realize these are not simple goals to implement. But I'd love to see us put our minds, our treasure, and the force of our leadership to work on responses of kindness. I’m confident kind acts would be more effective in countering violence, demonstrating moral courage, and earning the affection of those on whose behalf we are acting.

Yes David, I agree. One of the heads of the humanitarian sector of the UN was on John Stewart last night and talking about how the refugees are being helped in Jordan and by other countries in the area but so much more is need.

It’s good to see that there are still some people who are thinking of facilitating humanity rather than saying judgmental things about the conditions of countries. Pleased to see the above comment stressing on the importance of compassion and love. Keep it up David, I am looking forward for the next post.